Des Moines, IA – The Republican Party of Iowa announced Thursday that it has contracted with Shane Vander Hart of 4:15 Communications, LLC to manage its website content and social media efforts.

Vander Hart attended journalism school at Drake University, but graduated with a B.A. in youth ministry from Trinity International University. Shane is a native Iowan and has spent the last 20 years working in the non-profit world.

“The Republican Party of Iowa is ecstatic to bring Shane Vander Hart on to manage our web and social media content. He brings a wealth of new media experience, a proven track record of success, and a solid conservative philosophy which is what the party needs moving forward,” said Steve Bierfeldt, RPI’s Executive Director.

“I’m excited to work with the Republican Party of Iowa to assist in the great work they do in mobilizing our grassroots activists and seeing our candidates elected,” Shane Vander Hart said, “I’m also looking forward to building a team of contributors to provide great content for RPI’s website and to ensure that our website is seen as a resource for Republicans across the state – for our activists, candidates and elected officials.”

Vander Hart will officially begin his work with the party on January 1st, but will offer some guest posts on the website before that.

Anyway, I’m excited about my new work and wanted to let you know. It’s not too often I become part of the news we share here.

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About Shane Vander Hart

Shane Vander Hart is the founder and editor-in-chief of Caffeinated Thoughts. He is also the President of 4:15 Communications, LLC, a social media & communications consulting/management firm. Prior to this Shane spent 20 years in youth ministry serving in church, parachurch, and school settings. He has also served as an interim pastor and is a sought after speaker and pulpit fill-in. Shane has been married to his wife Cheryl since 1993 and they have three kids. Shane and his family reside near Des Moines, IA. You can connect with Shane on Facebook or follow him on Twitter and Google +.